2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2006 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (283 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 13 kg more than 2006 Dodge Durango. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2006 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Tahoe | Durango |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5964 cc | 4703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2292 kg | 2279 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |